Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,305 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 48,106 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 19,010 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 29,006 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 19,721 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 47,392 (28.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,017 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $273,277 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,575/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 98,339 |
| Vacant Units | 5,794 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Henry County is located in Georgia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 269,170 residents. With a median age of 36.41, it is a relatively young county.
Henry County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $82,017 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 9.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Henry County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $273,277 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,574. Homeownership rates are high at 71.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Henry County are majority Black (52.43%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Henry County, GA is a middle-income area in Georgia. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30228 | Hampton | 51,485 | $81,448 | $263,300 | $1,549 | 4.4% | 38.8% |
| 30248 | Locust Grove | 33,837 | $85,458 | $275,000 | $1,470 | 4.9% | 36.9% |
| 30252 | Mcdonough | 48,902 | $97,339 | $326,900 | $1,819 | 4.8% | 44.3% |
| 30253 | Mcdonough | 64,108 | $81,601 | $281,000 | $1,627 | 6.6% | 43.6% |
| 30281 | Stockbridge | 70,838 | $70,587 | $235,700 | $1,427 | 7.5% | 38.4% |